A spare, lushly illustrated tale about a fox kit’s first year, this title combines art and text in an inventive way … Chrustowski’s warm full-bleed illustrations also provide a reassuring backdrop for Little Fox’s adventures. The thick matte pages and cozy theme make this book ideal for sharing on the lap of a loved one. VERDICT A colorful look at the natural world and the seasons for one-on-one and small group sharing.

—School Library Journal

“…Chrustowski's simple, rhyming text lends a soft tone to a parent's bittersweet understanding that, if parenting is done right, the young one will leave to succeed on his or her own. Readers will enjoy the bright colors of the detailed illustrations, done in watercolor with pastel pencil detail … A useful resource on becoming independent, the change of seasons, and the forest habitat.”

—Kirkus Reviews

“a sweet jumping off spot to discuss growing up.”

—Bookliist

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